Memphis, Tennessee
Recent meetings
Housing and Community Development Committee
The Housing and Community Development Committee will receive presentations and updates on three specific projects. These include the Hospitality Hub Women’s Shelter and developments in District 4.
- Hospitality Hub Women’s Shelter and Hub North update
- Liberty Park Project update
- Historic Melrose Project update
Public Works, Solid Waste & General Services Committee
The Public Works, Solid Waste & General Services Committee will hear a report on a $643,810 debt obligation for a 2026A Solid Waste Lease to acquire vehicles and equipment. Additionally, the committee will receive an update on City-owned properties available for potential reuse in all council districts.
- Report on $643,810 debt for 2026A Solid Waste Lease for solid waste vehicles and equipment, sponsored by the Administration
- Update on City-owned properties for potential reuse, all council districts, requested by Council Member Smiley
Pension Board
The Pension Board will review pension fund updates and approve several retirement resolutions. These include allowances for spouses or dependents of deceased retirees and service retirements for city employees.
- Pension Fund Update by Michael Burose
- Spouse/dependent allowances for deceased retirees in Police, Fire, Human Resources, and General Services
- Service retirement for Michael J. Granger (Fire Services)
- Lump sum pension payment of $171,564.51 for Patricia D. Mayberry (Solid Waste)
- Reduced retirement for Mark A. Lott (Airport Authority)
Budget Committee
The Budget Committee will vote on a resolution to authorize up to $5 million in commercial paper proceeds for critical life-safety repairs and future renovation planning at AutoZone Park. Other items include transferring $703,675 in Accelerate Memphis funds for road and park equipment and blight remediation, allocating $5,000 in community grant funds to Reach Memphis, and reviewing the FY27 budget resolution. The committee will also discuss tangible personal property taxes.
- $5M interim financing for AutoZone Park life-safety repairs and renovation planning
- $703,675 transfer for equipment and vehicles for road and park maintenance and blight remediation
- $5,000 FY26 Community Grant Program allocation to Reach Memphis
- Review of revised FY27 budget resolution
- Discussion on City of Memphis tangible personal property taxes
The committee recommended a $703,675.20 transfer for road and park equipment and a $5,000 grant for Reach Memphis for Full Council approval. A proposal for AutoZone Park repairs was moved to Executive Session, and discussions on the FY27 Budget Resolution and property taxes continued without final action.
- Recommended approval of $703,675.20 in Accelerate Memphis funds for road and park equipment and blight remediation
- Recommended approval of $5,000 grant to Reach Memphis with acclamation
- Moved AutoZone Park $5M interim financing resolution to Executive Session
- Held discussion on Tangible Personal Property Taxes until July 7, 2026
City Council Full Meeting
The City Council approved the FY2027 operating and capital improvement budgets. Additional actions included approving tax bill preparations, grant funds for Overton Park, and financing for AutoZone Park.
- Approved FY2027 budget ordinance (9-1)
- Approved 2026 tax bill preparation resolution (14-0)
- Approved honorary street name change (10-0)
- Approved $494,875.31 grant for Overton Park renovations (13-0)
- Approved $703,675.20 for road and park maintenance (14-0)
- Approved $5,000 community grant for Reach Memphis (13-0)
- Approved FY2027 budget amendment resolution (10-2)
- Approved up to $5,000,000 for AutoZone Park repairs (13-0)
MLGW Committee
The MLGW Committee will discuss the Fiscal Consent Agenda and present details on the Memphis Light, Gas and Water Apprenticeship Program. The meeting is requested by MLGW and Councilwoman Logan.
- Discussion of MLGW Fiscal Consent Agenda
- Presentation on MLGW Apprenticeship Program
The committee held discussions regarding the MLGW Fiscal Consent Agenda and the MLGW Apprenticeship Program. No substantive decisions, votes, or approvals were recorded in the minutes.
Public Safety & Homeland Security Committee
The committee heard a presentation from Chief Davis on crime statistics and ongoing efforts. Council members asked questions about domestic violence, gun safety, theft, and the roles of the National Guard and ICE. No votes or decisions were taken.
Budget Committee
The Budget Committee will vote on an ordinance raising sewer fees and two major financing measures: a $5 million commercial paper issuance for AutoZone Park repairs and a $28 million interfund loan for storm water and sewer funds. They will also discuss tangible personal property taxes and review the Downtown Memphis Commission's FY27 budget and the city's overall budget resolution.
- $5 million in commercial paper for AutoZone Park life-safety repairs and renovation planning
- $28 million capital outlay interfund loan from Storm Water Fund to Sewer Treatment and Collection Fund
- Ordinance to increase sewer fees by amending City Code Chapters 33 and 13-28
- Discussion on City of Memphis Tangible Personal Property Taxes
- Resolution to approve Downtown Memphis Commission's FY27 Budget
City Council Full Meeting
The Memphis City Council will consider the third and final reading of the FY2027 budget ordinance, which sets the tax levy and appropriations. Other business includes several MLGW contracts, a street name change, a paid parental leave resolution, and multiple interfund loans for capital projects. The council will also vote on consent agenda items such as a Beale Street tourism surcharge and engineering plans.
- Third reading of FY2027 budget ordinance (No. 5971) appropriating tax levy and revenues
- MLGW contract awards: Outage Map ($501,910), pickup trucks ($576,855), drilling machine ($503,608), and insurance ($3.72M)
- Ordinance creating a 33 Beale Street Tourism Development Zone surcharge (second reading)
- Street name change from Alston Avenue to Metal Museum Drive (second reading)
- Resolution requesting paid parental leave for city employees via executive order
The City Council approved several utility contracts for MLGW and authorized two interfund loans totaling up to $37 million for sewer and storm water funds. The Council also approved the Downtown Memphis Commission's FY27 budget and a resolution requesting paid parental leave for eligible employees. The FY 2026-2027 general appropriations ordinance was held until June 23, 2026.
- Approved interfund loan for Storm Water Fund to Sewer Treatment and Collection Fund up to $28M
- Approved interfund loan for Debt Service Fund to Sewer Treatment and Collection Fund up to $9M
- Approved Downtown Memphis Commission’s FY27 budget
- Approved resolution requesting Mayor Paul Young establish paid parental leave for eligible employees
- Approved MLGW contract for property & boiler insurance with FM Global not-to-exceed $3,122,783.00
- Approved MLGW contract for private label service with Utility Consumer Analytics, Inc. for $1,481,554.56
- Approved MLGW purchase orders for pickup trucks from Landers Ford, Inc. and Wilson County Motors, LLC for $576,855.04
- Approved MLGW purchase order for pickup trucks from Landers Ford, Inc. for $601,833.24
Executive Session
The Memphis City Council will discuss the Fiscal Consent Agenda and consider a resolution to accept recommendations from the Public Advisory Board regarding public use funds from artificial intelligence properties.
- Discussion of Fiscal Consent Agenda
- Resolution to accept Public Advisory Board recommendations on AI property funds
Housing & Community Development Committee
The committee will vote on a resolution to accept and appropriate $5.7 million from the Department of Housing and Urban Development for the Lead Hazard Reduction Program. They will also receive a presentation and update on the Mayor's housing initiative.
- Resolution accepting $5,700,000 HUD grant for Lead Hazard Reduction Program (all Council Districts)
- Presentation and update on the Mayor's housing initiative (requested by Logan)
MLGW Committee
The MLGW Committee will hold two discussions: the fiscal consent agenda, which may involve financial approvals, and a career academy and workforce development initiative. No votes or decisions are scheduled; the agenda consists only of discussion items.
- Discussion of MLGW Fiscal Consent Agenda
- Discussion of MLGW Career Academy and Workforce Development
The MLGW Committee met to discuss two items: the MLGW Fiscal Consent Agenda and the MLGW Career Academy and Workforce Development initiatives. No votes or formal decisions were made during the meeting; it was purely a discussion session.
- No decisions made; both items were discussed only
Parks & Environment Committee
The Parks & Environment Committee will review a resolution to transfer funds for the Audubon Park splash pad. The body will also consider a resolution approving the development of The Links at Audubon Clubhouse.
- Fund transfer from Galloway Golf, Parks Coverline, and Memphis Parks Capital Reserve to Audubon Park Splash Pad
- Development of The Links at Audubon Clubhouse sponsored by the Tennessee Golf Foundation
The Parks & Environment Committee approved a fund transfer for the Audubon Park splash pad and the development of The Links at Audubon Clubhouse. Both resolutions passed with unanimous support from the members present.
- Approved fund transfer from Galloway Golf, Parks Coverline, and Parks Capital Reserve to Audubon Park Splash Pad (6-0)
- Approved development of The Links at Audubon Clubhouse (6-0)
Personnel and Governmental Affairs Committee
The Personnel and Governmental Affairs Committee will consider reappointments to the Health, Educational and Housing Facility Board and the Convention Center Commission. The body will also vote on an ordinance to amend the city's pension system and two referendum ordinances regarding civil service arbitration and lobbyist registration.
- Reappoint Monice Hagler and Howard Eddings to the Health, Educational and Housing Facility Board
- Appoint Carmeon Hamilton and Linwood Dillard to the Convention Center Commission
- Vote on an ordinance to amend Chapter 25, Pension and Retirement System
- Vote on a referendum ordinance to establish professional arbitration for Civil Service hearings
- Vote on a referendum ordinance to establish lobbyist registration and disclosure requirements
Public Works, Solid Waste, & General Services Committee
The Public Works, Solid Waste, & General Services Committee will decide on a resolution to accept a $250,000 state grant for the Stormwater Program Manager project. They will also receive an update on the Grey Water Facility at the xAI Campus and discuss properties at 247 Washington Avenue and 128 Adams Avenue.
- Resolution to accept $250,000 grant from TDEC/SWIG for Stormwater Program Manager (project ST02013)
- Update on construction of Grey Water Facility at xAI Campus (District 3)
- Discussion of properties at 247 Washington Avenue and 128 Adams Avenue (District 7)
Wolf River Bottoms - Phase II Task Force
The Wolf River Bottoms Task Force is meeting to begin Phase II of its work. The group will review Phase I accomplishments and establish goals, timelines, and subcommittees for the next phase.
- Review of Phase I recommendations and accomplishments
- Establishment of Phase II goals and timeline
- Selection of task force members for subcommittees
The task force met to outline the timeline, deliverables, and subcommittee structures for Phase II. Members discussed meeting cadences and began the process of subcommittee selection.
- Meeting cadence agreed upon
City Council Full Meeting
The City Council is reviewing several items including a second reading of the city's general fund tax levy appropriation. The agenda also includes multiple resolutions for engineering plans, infrastructure bonds, and MLGW service contracts.
- Special use permit for a drive-thru restaurant at 2342 Frayser Boulevard
- Street name change from Alston Avenue to Metal Museum Drive
- Appropriation of tax levy proceeds for Fiscal Year July 1, 2026 through June 30, 2027
- Tournament Trails Center P.D. engineering plans and $112,500.00 performance bond
- Oaklawn Estates P.D. Phase 3 final plat and $208,400.00 performance bond
The Memphis City Council approved a resolution allowing Mayor's veto of Ordinance 5969 to stand and established an impasse ordinance review committee. The council also approved over $10 million in MLGW contracts and purchases, including a $5.7 million billing services contract, and accepted a $1.3 million federal grant. A joint ordinance for a cross-governmental partnership was withdrawn, and a budget-neutral adjustment was held until June 9.
- Approved resolution to allow mayor's veto of Ordinance 5969 to stand and create impasse review committee (unanimous)
- Approved resolution to schedule an impasse presentation before full council (9-0-3 not voting)
- Withdrawn joint ordinance for cross-governmental partnership and fiscal agent (Item 28)
- Approved $5,709,705.67 billing services contract with Hometown Hub, LLC (Item 26)
- Approved $2,500,000 payment for street cut permits to City of Memphis (Item 17)
- Approved $1,330,000 asphalt purchase order to Lehman Roberts Co. (Item 18)
- Approved $1,303,991 grant from U.S. DOJ through U.S. Marshals Service (Item 31)
- Approved $575,000 budget amendment for Memphis Parks Division (Item 29)
Economic Development, Tourism & Technology Committee
The committee received a presentation from ARTSmemphis. No substantive decisions or votes were recorded during this session.
Executive Session
The Memphis City Council meets in executive session to discuss the fiscal consent agenda and consider two competing resolutions regarding the mayor's veto of Ordinance No. 5969. One resolution would allow the veto to stand and create an impasse ordinance review committee; the other would override the veto. Both resolutions are requested for same-night minutes.
- Discussion of Fiscal Consent Agenda covering all council districts
- Resolution to allow Mayor's veto of Ordinance No. 5969 to stand and establish an impasse ordinance review committee
- Resolution to override the Mayor's veto of Ordinance No. 5969 delivered to council on May 12, 2026
The Council discussed the Fiscal Consent Agenda and resolutions regarding the Mayor's veto of Ordinance No. 5969. Discussions included establishing an impasse ordinance review committee.
- Discussed Fiscal Consent Agenda
- Discussed resolution to allow Mayor's veto of Ordinance No. 5969 to stand and establish an impasse ordinance review committee
- Discussed resolution to override the Mayor's veto of Ordinance No. 5969
MLGW Committee
The MLGW Committee held a discussion-only meeting on the Fiscal Consent Agenda, with council members posing questions on lead line replacement funding, Nutanix support, asphalt purchases, billing services, and street repairs. No formal votes or decisions were taken; the item may proceed to the full City Council after a board vote.
- No decisions, approvals, or denials recorded during this committee meeting
Personnel and Government Affairs Committee
The Personnel and Government Affairs Committee will discuss an ordinance to amend the city's personnel policy expanding paid family leave benefits for all full-time employees. The ordinance is sponsored by Councilmembers Easter-Thomas and Green and applies citywide.
- Ordinance to amend personnel policy expanding paid family leave for full-time employees (sponsors: Easter-Thomas, Green)
Public Safety & Homeland Security Committee
The Public Safety & Homeland Security Committee is considering a resolution to accept a $1,303,991 grant from the U.S. Department of Justice via the U.S. Marshals Service. The sponsor requests same-night approval. If passed, the funds will be allocated across all council districts.
- Resolution to accept $1,303,991 grant from U.S. Marshals Service for law enforcement support
- Request for same-night minutes to expedite approval
Public Services, Arts, & Youth Services Committee
The committee received an update from the Aging Commission of the Mid-South. No substantive decisions, votes, or actions were recorded during the meeting.
City Council Full Meeting
The Memphis City Council adopted the first reading of the annual budget appropriation ordinance for Fiscal Year 2026-2027 (Ordinance No. 5971). They held a special use permit for a drive-thru at 2342 Frayser Boulevard, where the Division of Planning and Development recommended rejection but the Land Use Control Board recommended approval with conditions. The council also approved a 50-year ground lease with Melrose Housing Partners, LLC to develop affordable housing at the Historic Melrose School, and authorized a $643,810 financing lease for solid waste vehicles. Additional items included resolutions for public improvements, fund transfers for bridge and drainage repairs, and an honorary street name change.
- First reading of FY2027 budget appropriation ordinance (Ordinance No. 5971) adopted
- Special use permit for drive-thru at 2342 Frayser Boulevard held (DPD recommends rejection; LUCB recommends approval with conditions)
- 50-year ground lease approved with Melrose Housing Partners, LLC for affordable housing at Historic Melrose School (District 4)
- Financing lease up to $643,810 authorized for solid waste vehicles
- Resolution opposing congressional map splitting U.S. Congressional District 9 and fund transfers for Gayoso Bayou drainage ($500,000) and Knight Arnold Bridge ($800,000) approved
The City Council approved an ordinance amending the Small Business Enterprise Opportunity Program on third and final reading (10-0, with two not voting). It also approved a 50-year ground lease with Melrose Housing Partners for multifamily apartments at the historic Melrose School site, and adopted a resolution opposing congressional map splitting for U.S. District 9. Several budget and fund transfers were authorized, including $800,000 for the Knight Arnold bridge and $230,000 swapped between the Sea Isle Fitness and Galloway Golf Course projects.
- Approved Ordinance 5959 amending the Small Business Enterprise Opportunity Program on third reading (10-0, Smiley and White did not vote)
- Approved 50-year ground lease with Melrose Housing Partners for multifamily apartments at historic Melrose School site (9-0, 3 not voting)
- Approved resolution opposing congressional map splitting U.S. District 9 (10-0, Canale and Spinosa did not vote)
- Approved $643,810 financing lease for solid waste vehicles (10-0, 2 not voting)
- Approved $800,000 transfer from bridge repair coverline to Knight Arnold/Johns Creek Bridge project (8-0, 3 not voting)
- Approved $500,000 transfer from St. Bridge Repair to Gayoso Bayou drainage repairs (10-0, 2 not voting)
- Approved $230,000 fund swap between Sea Isle Fitness project and Galloway Golf Course repairs (10-0, 2 not voting)
- Accepted public improvements for Gardens of Gray’s Creek Phase 3 and Shady Grove Median Enhancement, releasing bonds
Economic Development and Tourism
The council approved an ordinance designating a Qualified Public Use Facility and creating a tourism surcharge for the 33 Beale Street Tourism Development Zone. The board also received updates on the mStreet Fiber and Liberty Park projects.
- Approved 33 Beale Street Tourism Development Zone surcharge and Qualified Public Use Facility designation (9-0)
Housing and Community Development
The Housing and Community Development committee approved a resolution authorizing an option to enter into a 50-year ground lease with Melrose Housing Partners, LLC to develop multifamily residential apartments on the upper two floors of Historic Melrose School and affordable townhomes and apartment units on an additional 1.03 acres. The vote was 6-1, with Cooper-Sutton voting no and six members absent or excused.
- Approved resolution to enter 50-year ground lease for multifamily and affordable housing at Historic Melrose School site (6-1)
MLGW Committee
The committee received an informational update on lead service line replacement efforts across all council districts. MLGW executives presented on communication, health impacts, and replacement process. No votes or formal actions were taken; the item was for discussion only.
Parks & Environment
The committee will discuss maintenance processes and construction updates for Memphis Parks. Members will consider a resolution to swap $230,000 between the Sea Isle Fitness Project and Galloway Golf Course Repairs.
- Resolution to swap $230,000 in Accelerate Memphis funds (Sea Isle Fitness Project PK07134) with $230,000 in CIP funds (Galloway Golf Course Repairs PK06019)
- Discussion of regular maintenance process for Memphis Parks Division assets
- Update on construction projects including Gooch Park Pavilion and Bickford
The committee approved a resolution to reallocate funds between the Sea Isle Fitness Project and the Galloway Golf Course Repairs project. The session also included discussions regarding regular maintenance processes for Memphis Parks Division assets and updates on ongoing construction projects.
- Approved $230,000 fund swap between Sea Isle Fitness and Galloway Golf Course (8-0)
City Council Full Meeting
The Memphis City Council will hold third and final readings on two zoning changes and an ordinance amending the Small Business Enterprise Opportunity Program. It will also vote on a consent agenda that includes MLGW contracts worth over $12 million for electric substation construction, $6 million for Allen Pumping Station engineering, and $1.26 million for pickup trucks. Resolutions to accept recommendations from the Parks and Environment Ad Hoc Committee and the Compensation Task Force are also on the regular agenda.
- $12,000,000 renewal for electric substation construction and maintenance services with RMS Energy Company (MLGW Fiscal Consent)
- $6,035,491 contract for Allen Pumping Station construction engineering and inspection services with HDR Engineering (MLGW Fiscal Consent)
- $1,263,999.80 purchase order for half-ton four-wheel drive pickup trucks from Wilson County Motors (MLGW Fiscal Consent)
- Third and final reading to rezone 3.3 acres at Tully Street and Woodlawn Street from Residential Urban-1 to Mixed Use (Ordinance No. 5970)
- Third and final reading to amend the Small Business Enterprise Opportunity Program (Ordinance No. 5959)
The Memphis City Council voted down a resolution to accept the Parks and Environment Ad Hoc Committee recommendations (5-6), with one council member not voting. The Council approved the Compensation Task Force recommendations (10-0, one abstention). A small business enterprise ordinance was held until May 12, and a street-renaming ordinance for Hyde Square was tabled. Multiple MLGW contracts and purchases were approved on consent.
- Parks and Environment Ad Hoc Committee recommendations rejected (5-6, 1 not voting)
- Compensation Task Force recommendations approved (10-0, 1 not voting)
- Zoning reclassification at Tully & Woodlawn to Mixed-Use approved on third reading (11-0)
- Special use permit at 3568 Lamar Avenue approved (12-0)
- MLGW consent agenda approved: $12M substation contract, $6M pumping station engineering, $1.26M pickup trucks, and others
- Small business enterprise ordinance held until May 12, 2026
- Monroe Avenue renaming to Hyde Square tabled
- Recognitions: Cato Johnson (Methodist LeBonheur) and Gina Sweat (Fire Department) approved
MLGW Committee
The committee held a discussion regarding the MLGW Fiscal Consent Agenda. Members inquired about board appointments, the MLGW Lead Initiative, and the Water Treatment Facility. No formal votes or decisions were recorded.
Special Meeting: City Council Full Meeting
This special called meeting features only the presentation of the Mayor's Fiscal Year 2027 Proposed Budget. Council will hear the proposal but no votes are listed. The rest of the agenda is procedural.
- Presentation of Mayor's Fiscal Year 2027 Proposed Budget
The City Council held a special called meeting to receive the Mayor's Fiscal Year 2027 Proposed Budget. Seven members of the public spoke during the presentation. No votes or decisions were taken; the meeting adjourned after the presentation and public comment.
- No decisions were made at this meeting—it was purely a presentation and public comment session.
City Council Full Meeting
The City Council will consider several land use requests including a hotel development at 0 Ikea Way and a childcare center at 4190 Elliston Road. Additionally, the body will review various budget amendments and fund transfers for infrastructure projects like Liberty Park and Monroe Plaza.
- Honorary street name change for Decatur Street between Vollintine Avenue and Jackson Avenue
- Public hearing regarding Quince Liquor 2, LLC appeal to the Memphis Alcohol Commission
- Planned development amendment for a hotel at 0 Ikea Way
- Special use permit for vehicle sales at 3575 Emerald Street
- Special use permit for a childcare center at 4190 Elliston Road
The City Council approved several land use permits, budget amendments, and a $6 million fund transfer for infrastructure. The council also approved an interlocal agreement with the Memphis Area Transit Authority and an honorary street name change. An appeal for Quince Liquor 2, LLC was denied.
- Approved $6M transfer from Harbor Docks project to Monroe Plaza infrastructure project
- Approved interlocal agreement with Memphis Area Transit Authority
- Approved honorary street name change on Decatur Street for Gladys Ann Hunter Sawyer
- Denied appeal of Quince Liquor 2, LLC (Memphis Alcohol Commission Matter 136413)
- Approved planned development at 0 Ikea Way
- Approved zoning reclassification for land on Tully Street and Woodlawn Street to Mixed Use (MU)
- Approved $500,000 drainage fund transfer to Tonto and Third
- Approved $375,980 transfer for seismic repair design modifications at Fire S & L Bldg
Economic Development and Tourism
The committee considered a resolution to transfer $403,500 from the MATA Innovation Corridor BRT project to a new CRM system for the 311 Call Center. After discussion, the item was held until April 28, 2026, with no vote taken at this meeting.
- Held resolution to transfer $403,500 from MATA BRT to 311 CRM upgrade until April 28
Housing and Community Development
The Housing and Community Development committee will vote on a resolution to approve a 50-year ground lease with Melrose Housing Partners, LLC. The lease would allow construction of affordable multifamily apartments in the upper two floors of the Historic Melrose School Building, plus affordable townhomes and apartments on an additional 1.03 acres of the site in District 4, Super District 8. The agenda contains only this item, plus a request for same-night minutes approval.
- Resolution to approve option for 50-year ground lease with Melrose Housing Partners, LLC
- Construction of multifamily affordable apartments on upper two floors of Historic Melrose School Building
- Construction of affordable townhomes and apartment units on additional 1.03 acres of the site
- Item sponsored by Administration, District 4, Super District 8
The Housing and Community Development board approved a resolution authorizing an option for a 50-year ground lease with Melrose Housing Partners, LLC to build multifamily apartments in the historic Melrose School Building and affordable townhomes on 1.03 additional acres. The vote was 5-0.
- Approved option for 50-year ground lease with Melrose Housing Partners for multifamily and affordable townhomes at Historic Melrose School site (5-0)
Parks & Environment
The Parks & Environment Committee will consider a resolution to amend the Capital Improvement Plan. This action would authorize the transfer of $6,000,000 from the Harbor Docks Project to the Monroe Plaza Infrastructure Project.
- Transfer of $6,000,000 from Harbor Docks to Monroe Plaza
- Amendment to the Capital Improvement Plan
- Project PW04123 to Project PK-TBD
The Parks & Environment Committee approved a resolution to transfer $6 million from the Harbor Docks Project to the Monroe Plaza Infrastructure Project. The motion carried 10-0. The item now advances to the full council.
- Approved $6M fund transfer from Harbor Docks Project to Monroe Plaza Infrastructure Project (10-0)
Transportation Committee
The committee reviewed a proposed interlocal agreement between the City of Memphis and the Memphis Area Transit Authority. Chair Edmund Ford, Sr. sent the item downstairs with a request for same-night minutes.
- Deferred Resolution to Approve Interlocal Agreement between the City of Memphis and the Memphis Area Transit Authority
Public Advisory Board Related to Public Use Funds from AI Properties
Pension Board
The Pension Board will approve minutes from February 26, 2026, and provide resolutions for death benefits, service retirements, reduced retirements, and deferred retirements for various city employees.
- Approval of February 26, 2026 Pension Board minutes
- Resolution to provide death benefits to deceased retirees
- Resolution to provide service retirement to three employees
- Resolution to provide reduced retirement to three employees
- Resolution to provide deferred retirement to Sharon B. Dowell
City Council Full Meeting
The Memphis City Council will hold a third and final reading of an ordinance to amend blight remediation and neighborhood improvement codes, which has been held since July 2025. The council also considers a first-reading rezoning of 3.3 acres on Tully and Woodlawn Streets from residential to mixed use, and hears two appeals from the Alcohol Commission. Numerous fiscal consent items include a $4.59 million sodium hypochlorite contract for MLGW and a $20,000 grant for police victim services.
- Third and final reading of blight remediation ordinance (Ordinance 5950, held multiple times)
- First reading of zoning reclassification for 3.3 acres at Tully and Woodlawn from RU-1 to MU
- Public hearings on appeals from Quince Liquor 2 and Romulus Corporation against Alcohol Commission
- Resolution to accept $4.59M contract for sodium hypochlorite for MLGW
- Resolution addressing public safety concerns and enforcement of short-term rental ordinance
The City Council approved a resolution requesting that immigration enforcement actions not be staged at schools and churches within Memphis. The council also adopted the Hello Hyde Park Small Area Plan, approved a short-term rental enforcement resolution, and authorized multiple budget transfers and MLGW contracts. Several items were held until April 14, 2026, including the Small Business Enterprise Opportunity Program ordinance and funding for Liberty Park Phase Two.
- Approved resolution requesting no immigration enforcement at schools and churches (9-0, 1 not voting)
- Approved short-term rental enforcement resolution (9-0, 1 not voting)
- Adopted Hello Hyde Park Small Area Plan (unanimous among present)
- Approved $865,518 transfer for bridge repair projects (unanimous)
- Approved MLGW sodium hypochlorite purchase order ($4,592,000) (unanimous)
- Approved zoning reclassification for Tully and Woodlawn streets to Mixed Use on first reading (consent agenda)
- Appointed Summer Eggert-Banat to Public Art Oversight Committee (unanimous)
- Approved grant funds of $20,000 from IACP and $81,968 from Shelby County for police services
Economic Development and Tourism
The committee received a presentation from Midsouth Construction Careers. No substantive decisions or votes were recorded during this meeting.
MLG&W Committee
The MLGW Committee met to discuss the MLGW Fiscal Consent Agenda, the Goodlett Farms Control Center update, and street lighting near the Memphis Airport. All items were discussed only; no votes or formal actions were taken.
Parks & Environment
The committee approved a resolution to allocate and transfer remaining funds from five completed Accelerate Memphis projects to other projects within the program. Presentations were also given regarding the Metal Museum's move to Rust Hall and a proposal for Robert R. Church Park.
- Approved resolution to transfer remaining funds from five completed Accelerate Memphis projects to other projects (9-0)
Planning and Zoning Committee
The committee approved the Hello Hyde Park Small Area Plan (9-0) and an honorary street name for Frank James Banks (9-0). Multiple zoning cases were moved downstairs with no recommendation or held until April 14. A briefing on Memphis 3.0 update was presented, and a resolution on short-term rental enforcement was noted as previously recommended.
- Approved Hello Hyde Park Small Area Plan (9-0)
- Approved honorary street name South Parkway East for Frank James Banks (9-0)
- Moved downstairs with no recommendation: SAC 2025-006, PD 2026-001, SUP 2026-001, SUP 2026-005, Z 2026-001
- Held until April 14: SUP 2026-002 at 3568 Lamar Avenue
Public Services, Arts, & Youth Services
The meeting consisted of a presentation by U.S. Government/Civics students from Crosstown High School regarding public policy issues. No substantive legislative actions or votes were recorded.
City Council Full Meeting
The Memphis City Council will vote on a $56.8 million electric distribution contract, a $5.7 million dental insurance renewal, and a $1.9 million janitorial services expansion. The council also holds third readings on ordinances to rename Monroe Avenue, amend labor dispute arbitration procedures, and create a public-private partnership for economic mobility. Other actions include special use permits for a used car lot and a day care home, a planned development amendment for storage, and a 50-year ground lease for affordable housing at the Historic Melrose School.
- $56,833,920 contract to Davis H. Elliot Construction for electric distribution/transmission work
- Third reading of Ordinance 5969 to amend labor dispute arbitration and impasse procedures
- Third reading of Ordinance 5968 to rename Monroe Avenue between Front and Riverside as Hyde Square
- 50-year ground lease with Melrose Housing Partners for affordable housing at Historic Melrose School
- $95,000 ASPCA grant for Memphis Animal Services
The Memphis City Council approved resolutions accepting grant funds for senior centers and awarding various MLGW contracts. The Council also approved a planned development at 3021 East Shelby Drive and resolutions to amend the 2026 CIP budget and establish rules for the 2027 budget hearings.
- Approved $8,857 grant for Hickory Hill Community Center
- Approved $8,857 grant for Frayser-Raleigh Senior Center
- Approved $5,000 grant for Ruth Tate Senior Center
- Approved $8,857 grant for McWherter Senior Center
- Approved $8,857 grant for Orange Mound Senior Center
- Approved $8,857 grant for Josephine K. Lewis Senior Center
- Approved $95,000 ASPCA grant for Memphis Animal Services
- Approved $56.8M MLGW electric distribution contract
Economic Development and Tourism
The committee held a discussion regarding the Sheraton Hotel in District 7 and Super District 9. No formal actions were taken or decisions made during this item.
Housing and Community Development
The Housing and Community Development committee held three agenda items. They discussed but did not vote on a 50-year ground lease for redeveloping the historic Melrose School into affordable housing. They approved two appropriations from the FY2026 CIP budget: $500,000 for Liberty Park Phase Two and $300,000 for Fairgrounds Redevelopment, both by unanimous 8-0 votes.
- Approved $500,000 for Liberty Park Phase Two capital improvement (8-0)
- Approved $300,000 for Fairgrounds Redevelopment capital improvement (8-0)
MLG&W Committee
The MLGW Committee of the Memphis City Council met on March 3, 2026, to discuss the MLGW Fiscal Consent Agenda. Council members asked questions about safety, hiring, billing, and the Share the Pennies program. No substantive decisions or votes were recorded; the meeting was procedural only.
City Council Full Meeting
The City Council is reviewing several planned development resolutions and engineering plan approvals for local infrastructure projects. The agenda also includes multiple third and final readings of various city ordinances and several fiscal consent items for MLGW.
- Planned development for self-service mini-storage at 6450 Kirby Gate
- Engineering plans for St. Jude East Gate and Road Project including a $236,000.00 bond
- Engineering plans for intersection of 7th Street and A.W. Willis Avenue including a $159,400.00 bond
- Engineering plans for TCAT Memphis; Phase 2 including a $132,000.00 bond
- Ordinance to rename Monroe Avenue between Front Street and Riverside Drive as Hyde Square
The City Council approved ordinances to allow civil service status for Memphis and Shelby County Public Library employees and revised zoning regulations for correctional facilities. The Council also approved several budget transfers for MATA and park repairs, and authorized multiple MLGW contracts.
- Approved civil service status for Memphis and Shelby County Public Library employees (10-1)
- Approved revised zoning regulations for detention centers, jails, and prisons
- Approved planned development at 6450 Kirby Gate
- Approved $148,519.80 transfer for Westwood Pool repairs
- Approved $7,041,500.00 transfer for MATA New Operations and Maintenance Facility
- Approved $523,231.00 appropriation for MATA Bus Facility Project
- Approved resolution calling for an end to lawless ICE and CBP surges (7-1)
- Approved appointment of Eric D. Harris as Library Services Director
Economic Development and Tourism
The council approved a resolution to appropriate $250,000 in General Obligation Bonds for the FY26 Convention Center (CIP Project Number GS26100). The item was sent to the council with a favorable recommendation.
- Approved $250,000 in G.O. Bonds for FY26 Convention Center CIP Project Number GS26100
Housing and Community Development
The committee approved the sale of two city-owned parcels on North Main Street. They also approved an option for a 50-year ground lease with Melrose Housing Partners, LLC to develop multi-family residential apartments at the Historic Melrose School Building.
- Approved sale of 369 N. Main Street and 371 N. Main Street (13-0)
- Approved option for 50-year ground lease with Melrose Housing Partners, LLC (13-0)
MLG&W Committee
The committee discussed the MLGW Fiscal Consent Agenda and the impact of Winter Storm Fern on customer utility bills. No votes or formal decisions were taken; the meeting was procedural only.
Parks & Environment
The committee approved a resolution to transfer $148,519.80 to fund repairs for Westwood Pool. The funds were reallocated from eight completed Memphis Parks Accelerate Memphis projects.
- Approved transfer of $148,519.80 from eight completed projects to PK04020 Westwood Pool Repairs (3-0)
Transportation Committee
The Memphis Transportation Committee received an update from MATA Trustee Attorney Rodrick Holmes. Councilman Ford, Sr. read three resolutions concerning MATA funding, all of which passed with same-night minutes. The approved resolutions were P114_RL_Various_to_GA03023 for $8.3 million, P115_RL_GA03032 for $523,000, and P116_RL_GA03001 for $125,000. No individual vote tallies were recorded in the minutes.
- Approved MATA resolution P114_RL_Various_to_GA03023 for $8.3 million (all passed, no vote tally recorded)
- Approved MATA resolution P115_RL_GA03032 for $523,000 (all passed, no vote tally recorded)
- Approved MATA resolution P116_RL_GA03001 for $125,000 (all passed, no vote tally recorded)
City Council Full Meeting
The Memphis City Council will hold third and final readings on ordinances to amend Unified Development Code zoning for correctional facilities, grant civil service status to library employees, and establish a Downtown Parking Garage Revitalization and Safety Program. Also up for discussion are planned development approvals for a mini-storage facility at 6450 Kirby Gate and a storage yard at 3021 East Shelby Drive (recommended for rejection), along with resolutions for drainage improvements, parks emergency repairs, and multiple MLGW contracts. Several items are held from previous meetings.
- Third/final reading of ordinance amending Unified Development Code to revise regulations for correctional facilities (detention centers, jails, prisons)
- Third/final reading of referendum ordinance to amend Home Rule Charter to allow civil service status for Memphis and Shelby County Public Library employees
- Third/final reading of ordinance establishing Downtown Parking Garage Revitalization and Safety Program
- Resolution approving planned development (PD 25-15) for self-service mini-storage at 6450 Kirby Gate (recommended approval)
- Resolution to transfer $367,793.80 from drainage coverline to Madeline Drain improvements at Madeline Circle (District 7)
The Council approved the appointment of Kevin Woods and reappointment of Carl Person to the MLGW Board. Several MLGW fiscal resolutions were passed, including a $5 million extension for cable equipment and a $1.6 million order for transformers. The Council also approved funding transfers for parks emergency repairs and drainage improvements.
- Approved MLGW Board appointment of Kevin Woods and reappointment of Carl Person
- Approved $5M extension for medium voltage EPR cable with Universal Scaffold and Equipment
- Approved $1.6M purchase orders for voltage instrument transformers (Ritz Instrument Transformers, Inc. and Trench Limited)
- Approved $150,000 transfer for emergency repairs to parks aquatic, community, and senior centers
- Approved $367,793.80 transfer for drainage system upgrades near Madeline Circle
- Approved amendment to Council Rules of Procedure (11-2)
- Approved first reading of ordinance renaming Monroe Avenue (between Front St and Riverside Dr) as Hyde Square
- Approved engineering plans for Main Street Plaza - Phase 1
City Council Full Meeting
The Memphis City Council approved funding for pedestrian safety projects at Hanley Elementary School and STP Pedestrian Routes. The body also authorized several MLGW contracts and a resolution to conduct the meeting remotely. Multiple ordinances regarding zoning and city charters were held until February 24, 2026.
- Appropriated $390,219.33 for Hanley Elementary School Pedestrian Safety Enhancement Project
- Transferred $165,692.72 for STP Pedestrian Routes Project construction
- Authorized $222,000.00 in matching funds for utility bill assistance
- Awarded $710,857.00 contract for Data Historian Replacement to Open Systems International, Inc.
- Awarded $461,065.29 purchase order for Quest Toad software licenses to Technologyx, Inc.
The City Council approved funding for two pedestrian safety projects and several MLGW service contracts. It also approved the renaming of a section of Monroe Avenue and ratified the decision to hold the meeting remotely.
- Approved $390,279.33 for Hanley Elementary School pedestrian safety project
- Approved $165,692.72 for STP pedestrian routes project
- Approved renaming Monroe Avenue between Front Street and Riverside Drive as Hyde Square (Second Reading)
- Approved $227,000.00 in matching funds for utility bill assistance
- Approved $710,857.00 contract for data historian replacement to Open Systems International, Inc.
- Approved $461,065.29 purchase order for Quest Toad software licenses to TechnologyX, Inc.
- Approved $360,484.38 janitorial services renewal for Mason’s Professional Cleaning Services, LLC
- Approved $500,000.00 on-call consulting services renewal with Allen & Hoshall, Inc.
City Council Full Meeting
This agenda includes only an invoice for publishing a legal notice about a proposed ordinance to amend Article VIII of the city code, which addresses arbitration of labor disputes. No other items are listed. The council is expected to discuss or vote on this amendment.
- Proposed amendment to Article VIII of the Memphis Code regarding arbitration of labor disputes
The City Council approved several resolutions to allocate and transfer millions of dollars for park projects, a new police station, and a downtown command center. The Council also approved grant funding from the US Department of Homeland Security and revenue from MStreet Fiber Memphis, LLC. Several ordinances regarding small business and blight remediation were held until future dates.
- Approved $4,454,265.86 transfer for Engineering Sign Shop and program management
- Approved $2,500,000.00 for Chelsea Avenue Greenline
- Approved $1,500,000.00 for New Mount Moriah Police Station project
- Approved $1,000,000.00 for Downtown Command Center Phase 2
- Approved $1,430,311.00 grant from US Department of Homeland Security
- Approved $1,800,000.00 revenue payment from MStreet Fiber Memphis, LLC
- Approved appointments of Nina Wingfield and Sabine Langer to Animal Shelter Advisory Board
- Approved engineering plans for New Frayser Community High School, Phase 2
MLG&W Committee
The committee held a discussion regarding the MLGW Fiscal Consent Agenda. No formal votes or decisions were recorded in the minutes. The meeting included a recognition of Alonzo Weaver's retirement.
Parks & Environment
The committee approved a transfer of $150,000 to the Parks Critical Needs Contingency project. This funding is designated for emergency repairs to aquatic facilities, community centers, senior centers, and other assets. An update on the Glenview Community Center and Bellevue Tennis Center was delayed at the request of the Parks Director.
- Approved $150,000 transfer to Parks Critical Needs Contingency (2-0)
- Delayed update on Glenview Community Center and Bellevue Tennis Center
Planning and Zoning Committee
The Memphis Planning and Zoning Committee considered three items, all of which were forwarded to the full City Council without objection. The most notable was an ordinance to rename Monroe Avenue between Front Street and Riverside Drive as Hyde Square. Also advanced were an honorary street name for Commodore Primous Sr. and a planned development at 6450 Kirby Gate, the latter amended with a condition.
- Forwarded ordinance renaming Monroe Avenue as Hyde Square to full council (no objections)
- Forwarded honorary street name for Commodore Primous Sr. to full council (no objections)
- Forwarded PD 25-15 at 6450 Kirby Gate to full council as amended (no objections)